Knife Crime and Youth Violence YP

Violence among the youth has been escalating in recent years with a large part of it involving knives. Young people carry knives even when going to school either to appear cool among their peers or use the knife if a fight occurs. Most of them do not know that it is illegal to carry a knife or use one to threaten another person.

It is for this reason that the youth need to be educated on the dangers of carrying a knife and the consequences if found with one by the police. Dissemination of this information can only be done by a trusted adult among the youth such as a teacher, a religious leader, a sports team coach/manager, among others. These are the people who should take up the knife crime and youth violence course to acquire valuable information that they can transfer to the youth

Entry Requirements

This is a course suitable for the youth and youth leaders

Learning Requirements

Anyone in possession of a computer/laptop, a working email address, and an internet connection can take the course.

Learning Outcomes

At the end of the course period, the learner will:

• Be aware of the legal consequences of carrying a knife
• Know about the legal impacts of injuring or killing using a knife
• Identify why the youth carry knives
• Be aware of the reasons why the youth are involved in violence
• Know how to identify a young person facing problems at home or school that could lead them to violence
• Learn about constructive activities that can keep the youth away from crime

Accreditation & Certification

Upon completion of the course, the learner will receive a certificate through Open Awards

Assessment Method

To verify that you have acquired the knowledge the following criteria will be used

• Observation
• Oral and written questions